Category Archives: Hosea

GOD’S LOVE FOR THE HARLOT

Posted on August 26, 2021 by oneta hayes

Chap. 6:1-4  People plan to return to God. But God recognizes how fickle their professed love is.  6–7  NLT  – “I want you to show love, not offer sacrifices,  I want you to know me more than I want burnt … Continue reading →

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A PAUSE TO REFLECT

Posted on August 25, 2021 by oneta hayes

Today I’m just taking a pause between the two units of study in the book of Hosea.  I’m relishing the the story of God telling Hosea to go get Gomer.  I’m sure he said something like this:  Go find Gomer, … Continue reading →

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HOSEA MARRIES A HARLOT

Posted on August 24, 2021 by oneta hayes

God tells the prophet, Hosea, to take a harlot for his wife.  Even after her adulterous affairs, Hosea takes her back.  This object lesson depicts the love God has for Israel, his forgiveness and restoration. The book relates God account … Continue reading →

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